A message from Amatus Health CEO Mark Gold

To Our Dedicated Amatus Team Members:

As we follow the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the global community, the health and safety of our employees and clients remains our top priority.

Our company serves a population that needs us the most during this most unsettling and unprecedented time. We, as the corporate teams, hold vital functions to support and allow our front lines, our facilities, to operate and provide quality care. Because our facilities’ services are contingent on our work, our offices will remain open until mandated otherwise by governing bodies.

Just as it is our mission to care for our clients and be there in time of need, it is on that same token that we take pride in caring for the needs of our employees. To that end, please:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.

Stay home when you are sick.

When coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with fixed elbow or tissue, and throw away the tissue immediately, wash hands after as well.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Do not shake hands.

Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet whenever possible.

We recognize that you may have concerns and circumstances that would make it difficult for you to work from the office. If this is the case, please reach out to your supervisor to discuss further. Depending on your role, scope of responsibilities and the reason for your absence, you may be allowed to work from home at your supervisor’s discretion. If remote work doesn’t meet the approved criteria or if working remotely is not possible, you will be asked to utilize your PTO if you do not wish to come to the office.

We have amazing teams across Amatus and its companies. This moment reminds us that we’re all connected. We’re called upon to be our best selves with patience, understanding and compassion, so that we may stay committed and persevere together in all the days and years ahead.

As we go forward, we’ll be sure to keep you updated, and know that we always value your questions and feedback.

Family Therapy Program

Addiction is a mental disease that causes changes in the brain. These changes affect how people with addiction think, act and feel. Although they might not notice, their behaviors also affect the people around them. Family therapy is one method of repairing the damage that addiction causes to relationships.

Understanding Family Therapy

This type of group therapy helps more than just those who have a drug addiction. As the name suggests, it also helps family members. However, the word “family” in this case means anyone the patient considers to be his or her family. It’s not restricted to relatives or even those who live in the household.

The idea behind this method is that families are a system of parts. When one part changes, it triggers other parts to change. Basically, when one family member has an addiction, it triggers changes in other family members as well.

This effect causes unhealthy family dynamics such as secrets and lies. In response, some family members may become distant while others act out. When the family dynamic is already unhealthy, the development of addiction can cause more turmoil.

Even after those with addiction enter recovery, the unhealthy patterns remain. The reason is that the rest of the family has a hard time adjusting to change. Family therapy can help everyone heal, mend their bonds and learn to support each other through these changes.

Therapy Objectives

There are two main objectives in family therapy. The first is to provide the right type of support for each family member. Behavioral therapy is a common technique that counselors use. Everyone needs this support so that they can work toward relapse prevention and a steady recovery.

The second objective is to strengthen emotional health in each person. Therapists work with each family member to address his or her emotional issues. They might even suggest individual therapy to dig deeper into those problems. The purpose of this goal is to help the family thrive as a whole.

Counselors may achieve these objectives by helping the family reconcile distrust issues. The family members may learn to forgive where they have guilt and understand what causes them frustration. Therapists can also teach them how to resolve conflicts and dilemmas in healthy ways.

Therapy Session Structure

For family therapy, part or all of a family meet with a therapist. On average, a session lasts for about one hour. The focus of the sessions may change from one person to the whole family. While counselors try to keep emotions under control, the sessions can become intense when volatile subjects come up.

Before sessions start, family therapists may ask each participant to sign a contract. The contract shows that they agree to behave in a certain way, such as not interrupting each other. They might also ask for consent form signatures to show that the participants understand the rules of confidentiality and privacy.

During each session, the counselors may ask questions or listen to the family talk. They learn how each member behaves and communicates with others. They also learn the family’s strengths and weaknesses. This information allows them to choose the right techniques to give the family the help they need.

At the end of the session, family therapists might give the participants homework. Sometimes they assign activities for them to do together. Other times, they may assign goals for the week for each person.

Serenity House Detox Understands the Importance Family Bonds

People cherish the strong bonds they have with family members. Serenity House Detox understands how important it is to repair those bonds when addiction causes turmoil. We provide family therapy to give those with addiction and their loved ones the support they need. In addition, we offer alternative detox therapies, such as:

Don’t let addiction bring your family to ruin. Get detox for your son, daughter or other family members in Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach, Florida. Call Serenity House Detox today at 866-294-5306 to get started.